| Product Code: ETC7539680 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
India`s cheese substitute import market continues to witness steady growth, with key exporters in 2024 including Netherlands, USA, China, Spain, and UK. The market remains competitive as indicated by the low Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) concentration. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 stands at a healthy 6.38%, with a notable growth spurt of 13.02% from 2023 to 2024. This data suggests a growing demand for cheese substitutes in India, driven by evolving consumer preferences and dietary choices.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 India Cheese Substitute Market Overview |
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 India Cheese Substitute Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 India Cheese Substitute Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Nature, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 India Cheese Substitute Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing health consciousness among consumers leading to a shift towards plant-based diets. |
4.2.2 Rising awareness about lactose intolerance and dairy allergies. |
4.2.3 Growing adoption of vegan and vegetarian lifestyles in India. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High cost associated with cheese substitutes compared to traditional dairy cheese. |
4.3.2 Limited availability and accessibility of a variety of cheese substitutes in the Indian market. |
4.3.3 Consumer perception regarding the taste and texture of cheese substitutes compared to traditional cheese. |
5 India Cheese Substitute Market Trends |
6 India Cheese Substitute Market, By Types |
6.1 India Cheese Substitute Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Parmesan, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Cheddar, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Mozzarella, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Cream Cheese, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Ricotta, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 India Cheese Substitute Market, By Source |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Filled Cheese, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Analogue Cheese, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Tofu-Based Cheese, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 India Cheese Substitute Market, By Nature |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Organic, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Synthetic, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 India Cheese Substitute Market, By Application |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Cheese Toppings and Dressings, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Dips and Sauces, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Ready-to-Eat Meals, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.5 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Bakery, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.6 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Sweet, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.7 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Savory Snacks, 2021- 2031F |
6.5 India Cheese Substitute Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct Sales (B2B), 2021- 2031F |
6.5.3 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenues & Volume, By Indirect Sales (B2C), 2021- 2031F |
7 India Cheese Substitute Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 India Cheese Substitute Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 India Cheese Substitute Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product launches in the cheese substitute market. |
8.2 Growth in the number of vegan and vegetarian restaurants offering cheese substitutes on their menu. |
8.3 Increase in the number of partnerships between cheese substitute manufacturers and retailers for better distribution. |
9 India Cheese Substitute Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 India Cheese Substitute Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 India Cheese Substitute Market Opportunity Assessment, By Nature, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 India Cheese Substitute Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 India Cheese Substitute Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 India Cheese Substitute Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 India Cheese Substitute Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 India Cheese Substitute Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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